BREAKING NEWS: 3 Scots soldiers at Fort George in state of 'high readiness' for potential deployment to Afghanistan
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Troops based at Fort George are said to be preparing to move to Brize Norton ahead of a deployment to Afghanistan.
While the Ministry of Defence has not confirmed the move, it is understood that troops at the garrison have been told they may be moved south before the end of the week.
Afghanistan's government collapsed and a military group called the Taliban took control of the capital city of Kabul.
It is understood that a number of units from across the UK are also preparing for deployment.
Therefore, it is by no means certain that 3 Scots The Black Watch, 3rd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland – based at Fort George – will eventually be deployed.
It is understood that around 100 soliders are being mobilised as part of the move.
We have invited the MOD and the UK Government to comment on the deployment of servicemen and women to Afghanistan.
More to follow.
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